What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Equipment Mechanic position at Sun Auto Tire & Service?
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We have an immediate opening for an Automotive Equipment Mechanic. This position is located at our corporate office/distribution facility in Cape Girardeau, Mo. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical/electrical background. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are a must for this role. If you have these qualities, we have training opportunities available to teach you about our specific types of equipment.
COMPENSATION: Pay ranges from $20- $22 per hour depending on experience.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The Automotive Equipment Technician will work on tire changers, balancers, lifts, alignment racks and other types of equipment used in automotive facilities. Duties include equipment installation, maintenance, repair and replacement. Basic automotive knowledge is a plus but is not required. Position includes travel with some overnights.
Qualifications:
The Automotive Equipment Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.
The Automotive Equipment Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:
Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We have an immediate opening for an Automotive Equipment Mechanic. This position is located at our corporate office/distribution facility in Cape Girardeau, Mo. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical/electrical background. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are a must for this role. If you have these qualities, we have training opportunities available to teach you about our specific types of equipment.
COMPENSATION: Pay ranges from $20- $22 per hour depending on experience.
Responsibilities and Duties:
The Automotive Equipment Technician will work on tire changers, balancers, lifts, alignment racks and other types of equipment used in automotive facilities. Duties include equipment installation, maintenance, repair and replacement. Basic automotive knowledge is a plus but is not required. Position includes travel with some overnights.
Qualifications:
- Experience working on various types of equipment (automotive equipment experience is a plus)
- Strong mechanical/electrical background as demonstrated by previous experience
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Have a valid driver’s license with a Class E endorsement
- Own your own hand tools
- Ability to work a minimum of five days, including Saturday's
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement, up to $3,000 annually
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance (Company paid)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Discounted Services on Personal and Immediate Family Vehicles
- Opportunity for Advancement!
The Automotive Equipment Technician will be exposed to moderate to loud noises, dust, exhaust fumes, lubricants, petroleum products, vapors, caustic materials, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. The temperature in the work environment varies and could include extreme heat and/or extreme cold depending on the ambient temperatures outside. The use of safety goggles or other PPE may be required when working in these conditions.
The Automotive Equipment Technician must be able to meet the following physical requirements:
- Stand up to eight hours per day in the shop and able to walk to gain access to various areas of the building
- Bend, stoop, kneel and crouch regularly throughout the day; must have full range of motion with arms and hands and be able to feel, handle or finger objects frequently
- Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 70 pounds frequently.
- Communicate with customers and shop personnel
- Vision sufficient to detect color, depth, and re-focus
Sun Auto Tire & Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
